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Huntsville
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Madison City Farmers Market opens its 2026 season at Trinity Baptist Church and welcomes local shoppers + sellers every Saturday morning. FOX 54
- ➤ At Big Spring Park, a crowd cheered today as the Artemis II moon mission ended with a splashdown, marking a historic moment in Huntsville’s space journey. Residents gathered to celebrate this local achievement in space exploration. FOX 54
- ➤ North Alabama veteran Brandon Vilt (a retired Army master sergeant) is building his Zenith 750 Super Duty in his Hazel Green hangar to inspire those overcoming obstacles. He will take his first flight on Apr. 22, 2027 (20 years after his Iraq accident). FOX 54
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Calhoun Community College Jazz Fest returns to Decatur with live performances that showcase local jazz talent. Organizers say event details, including dates and lineup (more information coming soon), will be announced shortly. WAFF 48
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows Alabama drivers pay an average of $30,736 over five years to own a car, including $2,116 for insurance and a 9.46% sales tax—one of the highest rates in the nation. The study from Insurance.com finds Louisiana, Nevada and Florida top the cost charts. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville residents see lower mosquito activity today due to a dry spring, though experts warn that once significant rain restores puddles in pockets like birdbaths and gutters (which can spur eggs to hatch within 72 hours), the insect population will quickly rebound. FOX 54
- ➤ Athens-Limestone Hospital completed its first robotic spine surgery today using the ExcelsiusGPS® system - the procedure used CT-guided imaging and robotic precision to perform minimally invasive surgery that enhances recovery and patient safety. FOX 54
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama A&M head coach Dawn Thornton was named to the 2026 Achieving Coaching Excellence Women’s College Basketball Honor Roll on April 9, recognizing her leadership on and off the court as the Bulldogs built a strong team culture and captured a regular season championship in Huntsville. FOX 54
- ➤ The AAMU Bulldogs wrapped up spring camp with the Maroon & White game Saturday at Louis Crews Stadium. The team built a 20-0 lead as QB Cornelious Brown IV is set to start ahead of the season opener vs Howard in Atlanta at 6:30 p.m. FOX 54
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Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams
A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!
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Drone Days at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
9 AM – 8 PM — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Check event website for costs — Experience cutting-edge drone technology in an engaging two-day event.
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Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo
7 PM to 12 PM — 700 Monroe St SW Parking — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate all things geek at Alabama's largest comic and pop culture expo!
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Back to the Future™ — Meet Christopher Lloyd
April 17-19 — Von Braun Center — Autograph and Photo Opportunities — Meet the iconic Doc Brown from Back to the Future.
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6th Annual Crawfish Festival
11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Celebrate crawfish season with live music, food, and fun for all ages.
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Matcha & Bloom Floral Arranging Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Nitro Tales • Coffee + Cocktail Bar — $95 per person — Create a custom floral arrangement while enjoying a crafted matcha beverage.
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New Comedy Showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — General admission — Enjoy an entertaining night of laughs with a comedy showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop.
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Monster Jam 2026
7 PM — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling stunts and action-packed excitement with incredible monster trucks.
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Monster Jam Huntsville
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Huntsville International Airport — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action and jaw-dropping stunts at this exciting automotive festival.
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Forever K-Pop Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets from $63 — Experience an electrifying evening of K-Pop music and culture live in Huntsville.
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